How to Get Cheap Flight Tickets

If you're planning a trip, you need to know how to get cheap tickets. No one denies that tickets are one of the biggest posts in every budget traveling, especially if you go to a far destination. It could be that you have to spend lots of money to get a ticket and it may reach up to half of the total cost.

Do you want to know the tricks of looking for cheap tickets? Here are some tricks:

1.Get tickets at the right time.

Most airlines apply lower price for early ticket purchasing. Typically, low price issued three months before the date of departure. So, buy tickets early but also don’t buy for a too long time period such as for holidays next year, unless there is a special promo.

For example, you can save about 20% on flight tickets if you book a ticket to the Netherlands approximately 17 weeks in advance and you can save up to approximately 45% of the cost of flying to Hong Kong if the ticket was booked 19 weeks in advance. According to the website farecompare.com, in general, the airline has 10 different prices for the flight.

2. Subscribe to the email newsletter airline.

To get affordable ticket, you have to buy a ticket promo. The key is to be able to access information when each airline’s ticket promotion has different times.
International airlines such as Qatar Airways promos are often held in January, April and December; while AirAsia promo has no definite timetable. Although there is no timetable promo, promo offers usually persists during certain moments, such as a birthday celebration the airline and so on. The easiest way to know when an airline has a promo is to subscribe to an email newsletter and social media to follow them. With this trick, you will not miss the info promos from your favorite airlines.

3. Taking advantage of ticketing search site.

You can compare prices and choose some appropriate price tickets through search engines like traveloka, Utiket, skycanner, and kayaking because these sites will display the prices of various airlines. But this type of site is more often only include the normal ticket price, not the promo price. Therefore, to get the promo price, you should still subscribe to newsletters of several airlines.

4. Avoid holiday season or peak season.

 
If at all possible, to get a cheap ticket, don’t travel in peak season times. In Indonesia, the peak season occurs when the long weekend or school holiday season arrives. Peak season can be different in each country. For example, in Australia, the peak season takes place during the summer season: December to January. In Japan, the peak season occurs in April, when the cherry blossoms are blooming. While in European countries, the peak season usually takes place in the summer, from May to the end of August.

5. Depart in the middle of the week.

Based on the data on the site farecompare.com, it mentioned that the lowest price of airline on Wednesday, the highest price on Friday and Sunday, while the average price on Tuesdays and Saturdays. That's why, for you who want to travel cheap, go in the middle of week or on Wednesday.

 

Night flight

6. Depart early in the morning; go home in the late night.

There is another interesting fact. If an airline has more than 3 trips in a flight schedule, generally the cheapest ticket prices are on two schedules; which are scheduled first flight and the last flight. Prices of most morning tickets and most night tickets are usually cheaper because a lot of people avoid getting up early in the morning to leave for the airport and reluctantly got home at midnight.  While the prices that usually the most expensive ticket are the flight schedule between 8-10 am or 3-6 pm hour.

 
7.Ticket to a new destination

If an airline flight opens new destinations, and the new route is also a city of your destination, don’t hesitate to try because the airline usually will give discounted price to attract travelers.

 

Vehicle Traces

I was trying to capture traces of jeep’s tires. The vehicle traces captured on sandy Ngadisari caldera at Bromo National Park (East Java, Indonesia). After watching sunrise from Kingkong Hill, next destination is Tengger caldera and Bromo Crater. Rented jeep rides took us passing through wide sandy caldera. I felt like joining rally Paris-Dakar. It was a great experience.   

Tire traces

Caldera and Batok Mountain

The Weekend in Black and White

What to Look for In Chainsaws – Perth Buyers’ Guide

Choosing the right tool or equipment for the job will make the performance of a task easier for you. Additionally, if you intend to purchase that particular equipment or tool, you can end up saving more money over the long haul.

When it comes to lawnmowers, Perth locals have several options to choose from, including motorised, manual or pushed and electric versions. Before purchasing ride on mowers, Perth homeowners should first determine what they need from a lawn mower, the pros and cons of each type, and even their budget.

When it comes to purchasing chainsaws, Perth residents should first consider the tasks they intend to use the equipment for. They also need to consider the size of timber they'll work with and even how often they'll use it. Apart from size and power, comfort and safety for the user should also be on top of any chainsaw buyer's mind.

Chainsaws can be classified into three types: pole saws, electric and petrol-powered versions.

A pole saw is comprised of two parts: the chainsaw and the extendable shaft. This type of chainsaw is typically used for pruning branches and for working on hard-to-reach areas. Pole saws can be classified into three types: cordless, electric and petrol-powered. Cordless pole saws utilise a rechargeable battery while an electric pole saw is plugged to an extension cord. Petrol-powered pole saws, on the other hand, utilise petrol engines.

An electric chainsaw, on the other hand, is the perfect choice for homeowners who only use chainsaws occasionally — say, for cutting up trees after a storm. One main advantage of an electric chainsaw that will appeal to most homeowners is that its motor requires practically no maintenance.This type of chainsaw can be classified into two: corded and cordless. For bigger jobs, the corded variety is preferred as it is more powerful. Cordless chainsaws are more suited to trimming or cutting branches.

Property owners who may need to use a chainsaw on a regular basis should opt for petrol-powered chainsaws. This type of chainsaw is heftier and more powerful, allowing it to perform more complicated jobs that its other counterparts cannot.Petrol chainsaws are classified into consumer, prosumer and professional chainsaws. Consumer chainsaws are geared toward homeowners while prosumer chainsaws, due to their power and size, are more ideal for professionals who are looking for a capable chainsaw without the steep price tag. Professional chainsaws, on the other hand, are perfect for specialists whose projects entail constant work with chainsaws.

When it comes to shopping for a chainsaw, whatever your purpose may be, it is ideal to find the balance between power and size. Typically, the more powerful a chainsaw is, the heavier it is. Also, look into safety features like anti-vibration, low kickback, spring assist and chain brake features.

About the author: Kenneth Lawrence is a homeowner who shares his knowledge regarding the home improvement industry. He continually updates his know-how by reading books and visiting sites like http://northernlawnmower.com.au/. He shares what he learns through writing. 

Create a Vintage-Style Bedroom

Fashion trends come and go but one trend we can’t seem to get bored of is vintage. Vintage is not one of those styles that scream “look at me” the moment you enter the room – it whispers sweet delicacies in your ear and before you know it, you are in love with it. The color pallet is pretty sensual – there are shades of blue, pink, eggshell, crisp white, green, cream. Basically, these colors are a must for anything to be labeled vintage.

Mixing, matching and combining of variety of styles with vintage is great too. Many opt for the mixture of modern design and a touch of vintage, for that much needed touch of romance, class and nostalgia. If you are a vintage-lover, here are some tips that will help recreate this whimsical style in your bedroom.

 

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Delicate fabrics

To give your room that wonderful vintage feel, dress it in organza, lace, taffeta and the softest cotton you can find. Have an organza-covered lampshade and place a single lace curtain in front of your window. To make the room look even cozier and warmer, give it a touch of wool, quilt and a crocheted blanket. All handmade items are the absolute vintage! Still, whatever you do, don’t over do it. Yes, we get it- you are in love with the beauty of vintage but even vintage sometimes goes by ‘less is more’. So, be mindful of the details and how you work them.

 

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Traditional rugs

Nothings says vintage like a traditional rug that your favorite grandma left you! If you want to use it for your bedroom or your living room, the only thing you should do is have it cleaned so that old stains are removed. Believe it or not, many even buy new carpets and turn them vintage by spilling coffee, green tea and dirt over it (in order for it to get that oldish, worn out feel)! Another option is to hunt these traditional rugs on garage sales – and get them at a cheap price, too!

 

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Natural finishes and elegant silhouettes

Vintage is all about natural finishes. Start by repainting your wooden floors a light color. After the floor is dry, add a carpet in cream or white and know that the bigger it is the more vintage it is! Now, you’ve got yourself a perfect base for your bedroom.

As for the bed, you can choose among a wooden one, gold or bronze one. These bed frames go perfectly with the vintage theme. As for other furniture, you may opt for wicker chairs or stool. They ooze old world charm, and they look romantic and natural.

Have in mind that vintage is a lot about floral pattern, so why not choose a cover for bed in light pink and beige florals for the perfect vintage feel! If though you’re sharing your bedroom with someone who might not appreciate flowers, white bedding with just a couple of scattered floral cushions will do. Mirrors are another interesting part of vintage décor, so consider choosing a wall that will have randomly placed mirrors in variety of shapes and sizes. Make use of glass perfume bottles and beads, antique jewellery boxes and necklaces. If your necklaces go with the theme, hang them from a wall-mounted coat rack to create striking décor features. 

If you are creative, you can always make jewelry boxes or storage boxes out of old shoe boxes you don’t use and make them a part of your vintage décor. All you need is a proper wallpaper (make sure you buy those that come in with their own glue that’s already a part of the wallpaper to avoid unwanted lines), in color or pattern you like (i suggest you go for floral), wrap the box with it and there you go! Only, if you are making these, don’t just randomly pick patterns and take ALL of the ones you like. You need to have a direction you go on in so it doesn’t look crowded.

Flea markets have some amazing pieces that will fit your vintage vision, and at prices that’ll make you smile.